Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Accounts Payable (Mandarin Speaking) - Hybrid

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Accounts Payable Assistant (Mandarin Speaking)
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £28,000 - £31,000 per annum
Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional with fluent Mandarin Chinese and English language skills? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, international finance environment where no two days are the same?
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing international business, supporting the Accounts Payable function across multiple entities while building strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues across the UK and China.
Working as part of a collaborative finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and on time, maintaining excellent supplier relationships, and supporting the smooth running of the purchase ledger.
Key Responsibilities
- Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently across multiple legal entities.
- Match, batch and code invoices in line with company procedures.
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies.
- Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs.
- Maintain accurate supplier records and ensure all accounts are up to date.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, resolving invoice and payment queries promptly.
- Liaise daily with Mandarin-speaking suppliers, clients and colleagues based in China, providing clear communication and timely resolutions.
- Work closely with internal departments, including Procurement, Operations and Finance, to resolve invoice and purchase order queries.
- Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations and reporting.
- Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, financial controls and audit requirements.
- Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with ad hoc finance administration and reporting as required.
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We're looking for someone who is organised, adaptable and enjoys working in a busy finance environment. You'll be a confident communicator who can build positive relationships with stakeholders across different countries and cultures.


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You'll have:
- Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Finance Assistant role.
- Fluent Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written) - essential.
- Experience working with multiple entities or international suppliers would be highly advantageous.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems.
- The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving queries.
- A professional and customer-focused attitude.
What's on Offer
- Salary of £28,000 - £31,000, depending on experience.
- Hybrid working arrangement.
- Opportunity to join a growing international organisation.
- Friendly, collaborative and supportive finance team.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
If you're a Mandarin-speaking Accounts Payable professional looking to join an international business where your language skills and finance experience will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV.
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